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Create a Command Prompt Shortcut on the Desktop

Even when using a graphical user interface (GUI) based Operating System like Windows XP, it can still be handy to use the Command Prompt for certain tasks. I use the Windows XP Command Prompt quite regularly, so I've created a desktop shortcut to enable easy access.



To create a desktop shortcut to the Windows XP Command Prompt:

  1. Right-click an open area of the desktop, click "New" and then click "Shortcut".

  2. In the field labelled "Type the location of the item", enter "C:/Windows/System32/cmd.exe" (without quotes).

  3. Click "Next" and give the shortcut a suitable name such as "Command Prompt".

  4. Click "Finish". A new "Command Prompt" shortcut should now be available on the Windows desktop. Double click the icon to open the Command Prompt window.
For even easier access, you can drag the shortcut to the Windows XP Quick Launch Bar.

You can also configure aspects of the Command Prompt such as the start folder, layout, font and background colour. To configure various Command Prompt options, right-click the shortcut icon and select "Properties".

Alternative Method:
  1. Locate the Command Prompt on the Start Menu. It will probably be listed in "Accessories".

  2. Right-click Command Prompt, access the "Send To" menu and click "Desktop (Create Shortcut)".
Command Prompt Window

© Brett M.Christensen, 2006 All Rights Reserved


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